Jury Declares Two Men Guilty In Same Offense
In circuit court at 2:15 pm Judge H A Fearce presided as William Fenn Jack Wilson and Boyes Hatcher pleaded guilty to arson and received sentences of two to three years in the state penitentiary. Brooks and Lewis faced related indictments with further trials planned as authorities pursue an arson ring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Fenn
Jack Wilson
Boyes Hatcher
H. A. Fearce
Nolle
Robert Brooks
Wag
Brooks
Dothan
Ashford Highway
James A. Lewis
Lewis
H. A. Pearce
State Penitentiary
del Monte
North Foster Street
Oscas
Royce Hatcher
Cours
Keener Baxley
Lester A. Farmer
W. 3. Tindle
Perry Calhoun
Rogers
Greenville
RC. Searcy
Marchal
W. RK. West
J. E. Zigiar
Joe Rollins
Tobe Domingus
Taylor Hicks
J. E. Draughon
I. C. Ezell
Searcy
Board of Elections
McGeehan
One Thing and Another and Then Negro Faces Two Charges in Bastile
Dave Cochran, identified as Negro, was jailed on charges of carrying a concealed pistol and stealing cotton. Police traced cotton theft to the E. L. West place near Cowarts and found a pistol on Cochran. Additional questioning tied him to a larceny in the cotton theft. Dawsey and Dawsey were held on robbery charges, while Jenkins, Riley, and Barnes were sought.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dave Cochran
Cochran
E. L. West Place
Cowarts
Dothan
Thomas Frank Dawsey
Noah Dawsey
Silas Jenkins
John Henry Riley
Slim Barnes
End of Gandhi's Fast Seen Soon
Poona India Sept 22 AP prospects for a speedy settlement of the Indian electorate issues to end Mahatma Gandhis self imposed hunger strike were reported tonight by a special committee of east Hindus and representatives of the best classes. The committee visited the death cell where the leader of the untouchables was on the third day of his fast and one member said they expected to reach a settlement tomorrow. Gandhi was moved to the death cell for more accommodations to receive visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poona
India
Mahatma Gandhi
Gandhi
City Tax on Electric Current Netted $363 in July
The government gained $363 from a new electric current tax in July the first month of the levy. No city collection charge was billed and an employee worked a day and a half calculating the government share of the electricity revenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dothan
R F C Loans Decrease As Bank and Rail Loan Applications Fall
Washington reports a drop in Reconstruction Finance Corporation loan applications from banks railroads and insurance firms for the current month. Directors say the prior unfavorable condition before July 15 has passed and announce 7 percent financing for agriculture and livestock, with inspection charges included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
Scottish Rite Masons Select Boston for 1933 Meeting
The Supreme Council of Scottish Rite Masons announced the 1933 September meeting will be held in Boston. The decision was reported from Indianapolis with no additional venue details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Supreme Council of
Scottish Rite Masons
Boston
House Passes Near Beer Bill by 67 to 33 Vote
The Edgar near beer proposal to legalize cereal beverages under half a percent alcohol and tax sales passed the Maryland House by 67 to 33 sending to the Senate. Younger members joined against the old guard as revenue plans for education and other taxes were introduced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HOUSE
Montgomery
Edgar
Senate
Special Educational Trust Fund
Eight Hollywood Officials Sentenced in Bondholder Case
Hollywood eight city officials including Mayor William L. Adams and City Manager Fred McReady were sentenced to 80 days in jail for contempt of court after an order required payment of $1,500 overdue interest to bondholder A L Spitzer. Judge C E Chillingsworth issued the sentence with a three day appeal window and possible stay of execution. The case hinges on funds raised by taxes allegedly spent on other purposes despite a mandamus to pay. Hollywood’s history and leadership context are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Lauderdale
L. Spitzer
Toledo
Ohio
Hollywood
William L. Adams
T. L. Norfleet
B. L. David
James A. Lewis
K. S. Wo
Spitzer
Joseph W. Young
Dothan High Tigers Prepare Scrimmage Ahead of Geneva Clash
Dothan High readies a 3 30 p m practice game with first string against scrubs as Coach Paul Tubb aims to sharpen pass defense and secondary blocking. Injuries cleared except possibly James Hammond with players listed for both backfield and line duties and frequent substitutions expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dothan High Tigers
Paul Tubb
Scrubs
Geneva High
James Hammond
Sellers
Dennis
Anderson
Holman
McKnight
May
Neeley
Joe Riley
Saliba
Jack Riley
Newberry
Jerkins
Walker
Dean
McClintock
Parkman
Rudy Riley
Collins
Phillips
Fulback
Bailey
Sheehan
Trant
Bfurt
Brooks Sellers
Lamar Farr
Duggie Bailey
Sellerg
Roosevelt Heads to California in Campaign Swing
Franklin D. Roosevelt, with William G. McAdoo, arrives in California after addressing regulation of public utilities and federal water power act enforcement. He accuses President Hoover of failing to enforce regulatory actions and curb finance around postwar development during a western swing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
N. Y
Roosevelt
San Francisco
Franclin D. Roosevelt
California
William G. McAdoo
Portland
Man Arrest Mistaken Identity Clears Suspect in Florida Case
A Jacksonville man William Russell David, 28, was arrested by police on a murder charge in Montgomery linked to the Fountain L. Fletcher gang killing but cleared after telegrams showed he was the mistaken identity. Photos had been sent to Montgomery before confirmation. Russell had been in Jacksonville the night of the killing and could prove his presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacksonville
Fla
Durvin Russell
Montgomery
Fountain L. Fletcher
Russell
Florida City
Willam Russell David
David
Darvin Russell
Alabama
B. L. Clark
Dothan
Capital
Clark
Large Crowd Attends Sing At Webb
A large crowd attended the sing at Webb on Sunday. The event opened by president O. G. Tidwell with first session by J. W. Reynolds and others. The second session featured Miss Ruby Chapman and others, closing as the president announced the next convention on October 7 and 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webb
O. G. Tidwell
Jesson
J. W. Reynolds
Clyde Barber
L. T. Tinley
J. W. Scarbrough
Lucile Johnson
Sesson
Ruby Chapman
W. E. Woodham
J. L. Johnson
I. A. Dickerson
D. J. Givens
Henry Dickerson
Juanita Lee
Dr. Frank Billings Dies Aged 78 Noted Physician
The medical world mourns Dr. Frank Billings 78 an internationally known physician and two time president of the American Medical Association He died Tuesday night after a fall on Saturday caused an internal hemorrhage He was decorated by two governments during his career in medicine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Spt
Frank Billings
American Medical Association
McKee Wins First Battle to Retain Mayor Office
New York Supreme Court Justice John E. McGeehan rules Mayor Joseph V. McKee will serve the full term or until January 1, 1934, rejecting a November special election. The decision cites charter-based mayoral tenure and lack of a clear election plan, with appeals anticipated from supporters including Tammany Hall opponents and Socialist candidate Morris Hillquit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M’kee
New York
Joseph V. McKee
Supreme Court
John E. McGeehan
McKee
James J. Walker
Tammany Hall
Corporation Counsel
Board of Elections
Morris Hillauit
McGeehan
New York City
City of
Hill to Speak on War and Peace at City Auditorium
Readiness marked the event as Congressman Lister Hill prepared to address the public on war and peace topics at 8 o clock tonight in the city auditorium. The American Legion and 117th Field Artillery band will greet Hill at city hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Auditorium
Lister Hill
American Legion
Hill
Legion Program Committee
Congressman Hil
City Hall
117Th Field Artillery Band
Graves Knowles
Mose Smith
Fleming Elected Mayor of Geneva
In Geneva Alabama on Tuesday F M Fleming was elected mayor with a Democratic ticket sweeping council seats. Jim Johnson Jr J B Tiller N W Thornton R R B Rowell and W A Watson were elected councilmen amid a light turnout of 62 votes for mayor and 335 in the primary. Democratic committee members elected were Dr J W Beasley R J Puryig and I A Jenkins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva
Ala
F. M. Fleming
Jim Johnson, Jr
J. B. Tiller
N. W. Thornton
R. R B. Rowell
W. A. Watson
Democratic Committee
J. W. Beasely
R. J. Puriig
Ila. Jenkins
A L Ruggs 72 Dies at Ashford Home
A L Ruggs 72 died at his home Ashford route one today from paralysis. He is survived by a wife five daughters Mrs Alice Burkett Mrs Ira Gilley Mrs Maggie Jacobs Mrs Camilla White and Mrs Hattie Skipper five sons Judge Arthur Ruggs Hi ram Fruggs J B Ruggs Daniel Ruges and Clarence Ruges. Funeral planned this afternoon at 3 at Plum Springs Baptist Church near Ashford with minister officiating. Burial in church cemetery conducted by Fellows Forrester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Buggs
Ashford
Route One
Rugga
Alice Burkett
Ira Gilley
Maggie Jacobs
Camilla White
Hattie Skipper
Arthur Ruggs
Hiram Fruggs
J. B. Ruggs
Daniel Ruges
Clarence Ruges
Plum Springs Baptist Church
Hurtal
Fellows & Forrester
Condition of Bunting Worsens After Alabama Florida Crash
Oug Flountin former hotel manager was seriously injured when his automobile struck a tree on the Alabama Florida highway Monday night. He was described in a critical condition this afternoon as his life hung in the balance. Guy Morris, also injured in the same crash, was reported to be improving readily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oug Flountin
Alabama
Florida
Hig Ra
Guy Morris
Kame
Initiation of candidates at Tuthan Star Chapter meeting
Eastern Star Tuthan Chapter No 11 set tonight’s stated meeting at 8 o clock in the Masarte temple. Worthy Matron Alles Jones announced the program will focus on initiations as the principal activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of Eaaterm Star
Wearthy
Alles Jones
Masarte Temple
Salvation Army Drive Seeks Food Clothing and Cash Support
Mrs C W Johnson reports strong resident response to city wide Salvation Army canvass for food clothing and funds. Nearly $1 000 in cash pledges so far with strong donations from business districts as residential canvass aims to finish by October 1 and extend to outlying areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Johnson
Salvation Army
Johnson
Clyde Smith
Corsa. Hicka
I. D. Collier
Ben Hornsby
Alex Whiddon
Frances Crawford
Charles Roland
L T. Ferrell
C. F. Barnes
I. C. Hzeh
Grady Watford
Morris Black
Mollie Grant
Mullen
E .R. Porter
Myer Blumberg
Tom Jones
W. Strickland
W. Co. King
G. Y. Malone
Fox Jordan
Roy Driggers
Horace Hall
T. Trawitck, Jr
Cora Saunders
Bryant Pope
Lehman Herring
C. C. Moseley
W. T. Street
Floyd Forrester
Louis Jones
Levi Thrower
J. H. Seay
H. G., Forrester
J. W. Brown Listed in Who's Who Among Alabama Figures
Auburn resident J W Brown former Dothan school head is named in Who's Who in America 1932 3 as educator born Royston Georgia 1869 educated at Mercer Alabama Polytechnic Institute and Howard Payne College with ties to San Marcos Baptist Academy Pusk Junior College and the Alabama Polytechnic Institute career including Dothan schools superintendent 1906 16 and later executive roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auburn
Ala
Alabama
America
Alabama Polytechnic Institute
J. W. Brown
Royston
Dr. Brown
Royston, Ga
Florence Irene
Roy W. Weaver
Roberts Henry
Travia Tabor
Southeast Alabama Agricultural School
Af Dothan
San Bfarcos Junior School
San Marcos Baptist Academy
Pusk Junior College
Alumni Association
Athletic Council
Alen
Auburn Alum
Motorist Fires on Deputy in Tennessee Incident
Deput y sheriff Jim Galloway, about 200 pounds, asked a motorist where the car was parked on a county road and what the trouble was. The motorist fired a bullet, injuring Galloway who was hospitalized and expected to recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meymahis
Tenn
Jim Galloway
Galloway
Farm Protest Parade Called At Hoover Talk
Milo Reno president of the Farmers Holiday association calls for a protest parade in Des Moines for October 4 when President Hoover speaks. He expects about 20 000 farmers to demand higher crop prices and says they may hold Hoover responsible for current agricultural conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover Talk
Des Moines
Iowa
Milo Reno
Farmers Holiday Association
Hoover
Reno
Annual Farmers Day Set by Dothan Kiwanis October 19
The Dothan Kiwanis club announces the annual Farmers Day meeting for October 19 at Porter's Fairyland. Hundreds of Wiregrass farmers are expected from the area. Committees were named to plan the event and musical program, with C W Johnson and M D Black directing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dothan Kiwanis Club
Civic Organization
Houston Hotel
Club of Porter's Fairyland
C.W. Johnson
M.D. Black
Myer Blumberg
Johnson
Black
Kiwanis Agriculture Committee
W. S. Wilson
John A. Keyton
Kiwanis District
Gadsden
Edge
Dothan Club
Sam Blumberg
Hollywood
Calif
Keyton
Salvation Army
Stocks and Cotton Hold On Stubbor nly
New York stock and cotton markets opened mixed as stocks remained stalled near Wednesday gains and cotton retreated after an early $1 bale rise. Utilities drifted steady before easing at noon while rail stocks strengthened and United States Steel hovered around $43 a share at close.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Govarnor Roosevelt
United States Steel
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Hunger Striker
Death Cell
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Board of Aldermen
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A. L. Ruggs
Ashford Home
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Brookhert
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Senator Bingham
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Bingham
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Tallahessey
Fia
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W. R Jardan
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